SINGAPORE: In a shocking turn of events, recent incidents of public urination at MRT stations have drawn ire from the public and transport authorities alike. Videos capturing these acts have gone viral, with the community standing up against such anti-social behaviour.
First Incident at Tanah Merah MRT
A man in a red shirt was caught on video urinating at Tanah Merah MRT station, with the video uploaded to Instagram on 13 January. In the video, the man can be seen discreetly moving to a corner of the platform before zipping his trousers and making a quick getaway.
- The incident prompted immediate backlash, with SMRT’s president Lam Sheau Kai condemning the behaviour as “unacceptable”.
- He confirmed that a police report has been filed, and investigations are currently ongoing.
- The video amassed over 370,000 views in less than a day.
Second Incident at Outram Park MRT
Just a few days prior, on 10 January, a 41-year-old man was captured on video urinating on an escalator handrail at Outram Park MRT station. This incident was reported in a Facebook group, sparking immediate outrage among commuters.
- The witness stated that the entire handrail became contaminated, highlighting the seriousness of the act.
- Thanks to observant bystanders, authorities were alerted quickly, leading to the suspect’s identification and arrest.
Transport Authorities Respond
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has expressed strong condemnation towards such behaviour, citing health and sanitation concerns for commuters. They pledged to work closely with the police to ensure the perpetrators face the maximum penalties under the law.
Authorities are now urging the public to report any similar incidents they may witness, thus fostering a safer and cleaner commuting environment for all.